Geopolitical Conflict
Paraguay approves pact enabling expanded U.S. troop presence
Paraguay's lower house approves defense deal allowing temporary U.S. military and civilian personnel presence, strengthening security ties with Washington.
On March 11, 2026, lawmakers in Paraguay’s Chamber of Deputies approved a Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) that enables the temporary deployment of U.S. military and civilian personnel to the country. The pact passed with 53 votes in favor, 8 opposed, 4 abstentions, and 15 absent legislators. The agreement is expected to enhance trilateral security cooperation with the United States under President Santiago Peña’s administration and is framed as part of broader efforts to bolster regional stability and counter illicit activities along Paraguay’s borders.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Asunción, Paraguay
- Date added
- 2026-03-26 10:29 UTC
- Last updated
- 2026-03-26 10:29 UTC
- Source
- Milli Chronicle
- Connected threats
- Not provided